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Micro Democracy by Aaron Ran

Micro Democracy: The Democracy Revolution of the Information Era by Aaron RanAuthor Aaron Ran pens a passionate and thoroughly considered guideline for the future in Micro Democracy: The Democracy Revolution of the Information Era.

Given the rise and rapid evolution of communications technology, and the seemingly boundless capacity of the Internet, and soon quantum computing and AI, the author believes that a fundamental shift in terms of government, authority, justice, and decision-making must occur if we are to prosper and reach our potential as a global species.

Not only does he propose a new plan, but also analyzes and deconstructs the old broken systems, so while some of his ideas […]

2020-04-30T07:08:54+02:00April 30th, 2020|Categories: New Releases|Tags: , |
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Review: Thomas Gomel Learns About Bullying by Shirley McLain

Thomas Gomel Learns About Bullying by Shirley McLain

Author Shirley McLain unpacks the complicated issue of bullying and the psychological impacts it can have in Thomas Gomel Learns About Bullying.

Written for a younger audience, ages 10 and up, this book tells the story of a young boy who has been suffering the torments of an older bully for years, and it goes on to explore how these seemingly simple schoolyard actions can have far-reaching effects, impacting mental health in the young, as well as long-term behavioral patterns in adults.

Thomas Gomel is like many other students, trying to fly under the radar during his awkward years, […]

2023-02-28T08:01:51+02:00April 25th, 2020|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: , |
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Review: The Purple World by Joseph Q. Jarvis MD, MSPH

The Purple World by Joseph Q. Jarvis, MD, MSPH

The healthcare system in the United States has been in a state of change and narrowly averted collapse for some years now, and The Purple World: Healing the Harm in American Health Care by Joseph Q. Jarvis MD, MSPH provides both a professional and personal perspective on this critical issue.

Attempting to parse the ever-changing landscape of American healthcare is challenging, and forming a clear, comprehensive picture of the options, loopholes, tax ramifications and benefits is nearly impossible. Jarvis begins by establishing the crisis facing America, making his political stance known in the opening of this book, but fortunately, this […]

2019-08-14T10:38:01+02:00July 2nd, 2019|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: , , |
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Review: The DNA of Democracy by Richard C. Lyons

The DNA of Democracy by Richard C. Lyons

A comprehensive analysis of democracy and its ideals since inception doesn’t immediately sound like a riveting read, but The DNA of Democracy by Richard C. Lyons is like no other history, work of anthropology, or political science book you’ve read before. With an informal voice and the ability to never take the subject too seriously, Lyons presents an impressive and insightful look at the trials and tribulations of human societies as we’ve attempted to find purpose and make peace.

The scale and scope of this book are initially daunting, but Lyons lays out an intuitive framework and explains the angle […]

2019-07-03T12:48:42+02:00June 2nd, 2019|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: , |
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Masculinity is Our Future by Tim Patten

Masculinity Is Our Future

In his new book, Masculinity is our Future, Tim Patten argues that the most fundamental ideas of being “a real man” remain critical to the future of society, but must also be dynamic and progressive. This book digs into the cultural and traditional definitions of masculinity, pointing out the toxic elements, but also reminding readers of its importance, for a well-rounded and provocative examination of gender dynamics.

Patten is not ashamed to be a man – far from it – and appreciates that many masculine traits have driven progress and success for thousands of years. That being said, he […]

2018-04-16T11:38:55+02:00April 15th, 2018|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |
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Review: Lunacy and Death by Tom Dombrock

Lunacy and Death by Tom Dombrock

Outside of a personal tragedy or affliction, the average person rarely gets a deep look into the complexities of mortality and mental illness. However, in Lunacy and Death, the insightful new book Tom Dombrock, readers are welcomed into the author’s world, which has been defined by these challenging topics for decades.

As both a Psych Aide in a locked psychiatric ward and a technician in a Medical Examiner’s Office, Dombrock has seen more shattered realities than most people could ever imagine. This book is not a flashy or dramatic vision of a psych ward, à la One Flew Over […]

2019-01-22T15:12:54+02:00April 13th, 2018|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: , |
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Review: Serendipity by Thomas J. Thorson

Serendipity by Thomas J. Thorson

The big picture that we’re taught in school is rarely the completely accurate picture, and curiosity can bring you down some fascinating and unforgettable rabbit holes. In Serendipity: Seemingly Random Events, Insignificant Decisions, and Accidental Discoveries that Altered History by Thomas J. Thorson, readers are welcomed into a long and disparate list of historical tales that exemplify the uncertainty of life, and the unbelievable ways that luck has influenced our common existence.

The book is a series of stories about well-known historical events and figures, but these are stories that few have ever heard before. Did you know that Handel, […]

2021-12-22T03:32:20+02:00December 18th, 2017|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: , |
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Humans: From Nothing to Now by Brett Ashcroft Harrison

Humans: From Nothing to Now

For readers hungering for a mind-expanding dip into new philosophical explorations, Humans: From Nothing to Now by Brett Ashcroft Harrison is an ideal read.

Delving into some of the most complex and stymying questions known to us, this book is not for the faint of heart, but it is also written in terms that anyone can understand. Rather than taking a scientific or religious approach, Harrison tries to explain profound truths through a new avenue – the perspective of human achievement and discovery.

From quantum mechanics and primal brain development to humanity’s penchant for artistic expression and the spark of […]

2017-09-29T06:10:36+02:00September 28th, 2017|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |
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